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Northwoodspace

Contracts & Pricing Lead

Torrance, CA · On-site

$150K - $225K/yr

... and disaster response. With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and ... Support proposal, capture, and partnership efforts by advising on contract structure, pricing ...

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What is a disaster contract?

Disaster contracts are agreements between organizations, such as government agencies or private companies, and contractors to provide essential goods or services during and after emergencies, such as natural disasters or large-scale accidents. These contracts ensure rapid response and recovery by prearranging logistics, materials, or personnel needed to address disaster situations. Contractors may supply food, shelter, medical services, debris removal, and other critical support. The goal is to streamline emergency response efforts and minimize downtime or disruption for affected communities.

What is the difference between Disaster Contract vs Emergency Management Coordinator?

Disaster ContractEmergency Management Coordinator
Typically a temporary or project-based role focused on specific disaster response tasksA permanent position responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency preparedness programs

Disaster Contract roles usually involve short-term assignments during or immediately after a disaster, requiring specialized skills for rapid response. Emergency Management Coordinators hold ongoing roles within organizations or government agencies, focusing on comprehensive emergency planning and community resilience. Both roles often require certifications like FEMA or ICS training, but Disaster Contracts are more project-specific, while Emergency Management Coordinators oversee long-term strategies.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in disaster contract roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working in disaster contract roles often face challenges such as rapidly changing project scopes, tight deadlines, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders in high-pressure situations. To succeed, it's important to be adaptable, maintain clear communication with both internal teams and external partners, and stay well-versed in relevant regulations and compliance requirements. Building strong organizational skills and cultivating relationships with key partners can help manage these challenges effectively and ensure successful project delivery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disaster contract specialist?

To thrive as a Disaster Contract Specialist, you need a solid background in contract management, procurement processes, and compliance, often supported by a degree in business, law, or public administration. Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), emergency management systems, and contract management software is commonly required. Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills help you manage stakeholders and respond quickly to evolving situations. These abilities are critical to ensure timely and compliant procurement of resources during disaster response, minimizing risk and maximizing support effectiveness.

How to become a disaster contract?

A disaster contract typically refers to a contractual role involved in disaster response or recovery efforts. To pursue such a position, candidates often need relevant experience in emergency management, contracting, or logistics, along with knowledge of federal or state disaster response procedures. Certifications like FEMA's Emergency Management courses can enhance qualifications, and strong project management skills are also valuable.
What are the most commonly searched types of Disaster jobs in California? The most popular types of Disaster jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Disaster Contract jobs? Cities in California with the most Disaster Contract job openings:
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Infographic showing various Disaster Contract job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Sr. Associate, Disaster Recovery and Remediation

Qcells

Irvine, CA • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Qcells rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a Senior Associate, Disaster Recovery and Remediation to join our Disaster Recovery and Remediation team to support and execute critical response efforts related to system damage, customer-impacting events, and insurance-related incidents. The ideal candidate will have experience in customer care, insurance claims, or field service operations, and will work closely with Disaster Recovery leadership, Insurance partners, Vendor Operations, and Field Service teams. This position will report to the Sr. Manager, Disaster Recovery and Remediation and be based out of San Francisco, Santa Clara, or Irvine and is an in-office role.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage and support disaster recovery and remediation cases, including events involving system damage, force majeure, and other customer-impacting incidents.
  • Handle insurance claims end-to-end, working closely with insurance brokers to ensure timely and accurate claim processing.
  • Triage impacted customers, providing proactive, clear, and empathetic communication-especially in escalated or emotionally sensitive situations.
  • Assess system damage and determine whether assets are a total loss or eligible for remediation, including evaluating cost implications to the business.
  • Coordinate with Vendor Operations and Field Service teams to allocate resources and execute remediation or recovery efforts.
  • Identify emerging risks or threats and escalate trends to leadership, contributing to improved response strategies.
  • Support the development and refinement of disaster recovery processes, playbooks, and documentation.
  • Maintain detailed case records and reporting to ensure visibility into recovery efforts, costs, and outcomes.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5+ years of experience in customer care, insurance claims, disaster response, field service operations, or a related field.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex situations and make sound, timely decisions.
  • Experience working with escalated or high-emotion customer interactions.
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders in time-sensitive scenarios.
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Travel may be required up to x%, depending on business needs.
  • Ability to work onsite in San Francisco, Santa Clara, or Irvine.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 3+ years of experience in the solar industry.
  • Experience working directly with insurance brokers or carriers.
  • Familiarity with force majeure processes and contract interpretation.
  • Background in solar field operations, system diagnostics, or remediation workflows.
  • Experience in fast-paced, high-growth operational environments.

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. ("HQCA") is a Qcells company, one of the world's largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job's minimum qualifications.
*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
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